JOB SUMMARY:

The Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC) is the central facility for the acquisition, storage, retrieval, and dissemination of scientific and technical information (STI) supporting the Research and Engineering (R&E) needs of the Department of Defense (DoD).

DTIC provides leading edge information services and products to the DoD community and is a recognized leader in information and knowledge management innovations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Background investigation required.

DUTIES:

Support DoD Research, Development and Acquisition planners and managers with complex, high-quality research, analysis, and decision support incorporating scientific, technical and other acquisition information to improve overall program management.

Plan, create and maintain automated tracking systems and integrated databases that provide fiscal, technical and program decision support information.

Develop and implement project plans.

Oversee and deliver IT products while managing cost, schedule and performance.

Work with customers, develop requirements, plan development schedules, monitor progress and deliver product in accordance with the DoD Acquisition Lifecycle Framework.

We are seeking talented people who want challenging assignments in a progressive organization. Located in the Andrew T. McNamara HQ Complex, we provide on-site access to free parking, free state-of-the-art fitness facility, a federal credit union and a fee based child care development center. DTIC offers competitive salaries, flexible work schedules, family friendly environment, employment related paid training and education, bonuses, and awards. Come join our team for a satisfying career opportunity.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: For entry at the GS-13 level, status applicants must have served 52 weeks as a GS-12 or higher grade in the Federal Service.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: One year of specialized experience equivalent in level of difficulty and responsibility to that of the next lower grade or pay band level within the federal service, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position, is required.

Specialized experience is defined as experience in IT program and project management to include managing integrated master schedules, managing appropriated and reimbursable budget, risk management, milestone and technical release planning, managing technical Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), managing by work breakdown structure, and working directly with customers on requirements and product delivery.

In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements, qualified applicants must also possess the quality of experience as it relates to how closely or to what extent an applicant's background, recency of experience, education, and training are relevant to the duties and responsibilities of the announced position. Candidates must clearly demonstrate the possession of knowledge, skills and abilities, or competencies necessary to successfully perform the work of the position at the appropriate level to be qualified for the position. Applicants must describe how their experience meets the competencies within the body of the resume. No separate statements addressing KSA's or competencies are required.

Competencies:

Skill in Program Analysis

Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information and use soundjudgment

Ability to effectively execute projects

Qualification and time-in-grade requirements must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement.

The individual selected will be subject to an investigation in conjunction with granting of a security clearance prior to appointment. Selectee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.For more information about receiving and maintaining a security clearance, please click here.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

BENEFITS:

These benefits generally apply if you are selected for a permanent or term appointment:

The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program has many plans to choose from, all at very reasonable rates, which can be paid from pre-tax income.

The Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) is one of the premier retirement programs in the Nation. The program features three components: a retirement pension; the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP, an employee controlled investment program); and social security.

·Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (to verify your registration status clickhere).

·Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP):For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible clickhere.To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 85 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

·The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. It is applicable to former Federal civilian employees receiving a retirement annuity from the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund that are hired within the DoD on or after November 24, 2003. The policy also applies to annuitants (appointed in DoD on/or after November 24, 2003) who move from one position to another within DoD through voluntary reassignment, promotion, change to lower grade or transfer between military departments. The view this policy, please copy and paste the following web address into your web browser: http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/1400.25-V300.pdf.

·This position is subject to the limitations imposed by the DOD Priority Placement Program.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package. See required documents below.

1. Your Resume NOTE: Your resume must include the following information for each job listed:

Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); and full- time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)

2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire

3. Other required supporting documents:(SEE BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ON REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS)

Click Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account.1. Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. 2. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application. 3. Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

PLEASE NOTE:

In Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire, you may notice that the numbering restarts with number one. When entering your responses on the 1203-FX form please continue to enter your responses on the next available number within this section. The numbers on the 1203-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire once it restarts with number one. This issue has been identified and will be resolved as soon as possible.

When completing the 1203-FX, be sure to select only one response for each question. Selecting more than one response for a question may result in your application package being rated ineligible.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

FOR THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED AS THEY APPLY STATED BELOW AND MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE CLOSE OF THE ANNOUNCEMENT.

1. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) (If applicable):

·Notification of Personnel Action for current or former federal employees - with the exception of current permanent DTIC employees, please provide your most recent SF50 or the SF50 reflecting Career/Career-Conditional tenure and the highest grade held on a permanent basis.

2. Veterans Preference Documentation (If applicable):

·For Five Point Veterans Preference:DD-214 (Member Copy 4), or, if you are CURRENTLY serving on active duty, a statement of service from your unit which states the date you entered on active duty, the date you are separating, and the campaign medals you have received.For those supplying the statement of service, preference will be verified by a DD-214 (Member Copy 4) upon separation from the military.

·For Ten Point Veterans Preference:DD-214 (Member Copy 4) and Standard Form 15 (Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference) with documentary proof as required on the SF-15.Click here for a copy of the SF-15. Veterans with a service-connected disability must also submit a VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Your complete Application Package (containing the above required documents) must be received no later than 11:59 pm Eastern Time on Tuesday, July 30, 2013.

WARNING: Failure to submit a complete application package including any required documentation by the closing date of the announcement at 11:59 EST, or at the time of application for announcements with an extended closing date, may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. To verify that your application is complete, log into your USJOBS account, select Application Status and More Information. The Details page will display the status of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed is received, legible and accurate. HR will not modify answers submitted by an applicant.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.

You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).